Category Archives: B

Bram Stoker’s Dracula (1992) Rated R

Posted on October 13, 2017 by laurarachel4

 A  centuries’ old vampire heads to London to seduce his lawyer’s fiancée. Based on the book, Dracula by Bram Stoker. Starring Gary Oldman, Winona Ryder, Anthony Hopkins, Keanu Reeves, Cary Elwes, Billy Campbell, Sadie Frost. Francis Ford Coppola used old film techniques for his special effects, trying to … Continue reading →

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VICE Guide to Film (Viceland) Rated NR

Posted on October 4, 2017 by laurarachel4

 An insider’s look into today’s directors. Actors and filmmakers alike talk about their films and what makes them great. Starring James Franco, Harmony Korine, Errol Morris, Zak Penn. This show focuses mainly on the more controversial film directors of our time. There is only … Continue reading →

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Carrie (1976) Rated R

Posted on September 26, 2017 by laurarachel4

Carrie is a friendless teen whose been sheltered by her mother until her telekine tic powers are unleashed  at the senior prom. Based on the book by Stephen King. Starring Sissy Spacek, Piper Laurie, Amy Irving, John Travolta This film is quintessential Stephen King with … Continue reading →

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Mother Teresa (2003) Rated NR

Posted on September 20, 2017 by laurarachel4

 Based on the life of Mother Teresa, a simple nun whose calling and faith lead her to the poor, the lepers, the dying, and the abandoned children in the slums of Calcutta. Starring Olivia Hussey, Sebastiano Somma, Ingrid Rubio. I didn’t come to … Continue reading →

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The Emissary: A Biblical Epic (1997) Rated NR

Posted on September 16, 2017 by laurarachel4

 The story follows Saul, an angry zealot as he transforms into Paul the apostle. Starring Garry Cooper, Leon Lissek, Kermit Christman I was not overly impressed with this film. Although it does tell the story of Paul’s conversion and the subsequent conflicts which … Continue reading →

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Battle Hymn (1957) Rated NR

Posted on September 15, 2017 by laurarachel4

 A bomber pilot turned minister rejoins the service during the Korean War.  Based on the true story of  Colonel Dean E. Hess and his book, Battle Hymn, 1956 autobiography. Starring Rock Hudson, Anna Kashfi, Dan Duryea, Alan Hale Jr. This film is unlike any … Continue reading →

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Abraham (1993) Rated NR

Posted on September 13, 2017 by laurarachel4

 The Old Testament story of Abraham and his family as  they are tested by God. Starring Andrea Prodan, Gottfried John, Kevin McNally, Richard Harris, Barbara Hershey. This portrayal of the life of Abraham did an excellent job of incorporating both the historical and biblical aspects … Continue reading →

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Rust and Bone (2012) Rated R

Posted on September 9, 2017 by laurarachel4

Alain leaves Belgium for Antibes to live with his sister and brother in-law after he is put in charge of his young son. There he befriends Stephanie, a killer whale trainer, and their relationship deepens after an accident. Based on Craig … Continue reading →

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Get Shorty (Epix) Rated NR

Posted on September 8, 2017 by laurarachel4

 A TV show based on the novel by Elmore Leonard about a mobster turned movie producer. Starring Sean Bridgers, Carolyn Dodd, Isaac Keys, Chris O’Dowd, Lidia Porto, Goya Robles, Ray Romano, Lucy Walters. Epix tends to create good quality series, and this show is no exception. O’Dowd puts … Continue reading →

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A Tree Grows in Brooklyn (1945) Rated PG

Posted on August 31, 2017 by laurarachel4

 A young woman who idealizes her luckless father comes of age in a New York tenement during the early 1900s. Based on the novel by Betty Smith. Starring  Dorothy McGuire, Joan Blondell, James Dunn. This film beautifully captures the essence of the … Continue reading →

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